Interview
Definition of Interview
Ø The word ‘interview’ is combination of two words: ‘inter’ meaning ‘between’ and ‘view’ meaning to see. According to Cambridge Dictionary “Interview is a meeting in which someone asks you questions to see if you are suitable for a job or course”.
Ø An interview is a prepared dialogue where one individual asks questions, and the other gives answers. In general manner of speaking, the phrase "interview" means verbal exchange between an interviewer (who conducts) and an interviewee (whom to conduct).
Ø An interview is basis of correct data of the interviewee. It plays an essential function to select the suitable candidate. It serves as the basis for studying the interviewee's activities such as talent, abilities, and technicalities. Mostly interviews can be divided into three: Introduction, Getting to Know You, and Closing.
Objectives or Goals of Interview
Ø It helps to collect personal and professional information.
Ø It helps to verify the accuracy of the facts.
Ø It provides more information about the competencies the interviewee.
Ø The interview checks the suitability for the task.
Preparing effectively for a Successful Interview
1. Clarity:
Ø One should have clear idea where and when he has to interview.
Ø One should practices before interview about ones resume points.
Ø One should practice for interview in proper order.
Ø One should pose questions himself and try to answer in clear and concise.
2. Impression:
Ø Prepare to impress your interviewer by your personality and knowledge.
Ø Prepare yourself in such a way that the time of actual interview you will answer without any hesitation or confusion.
Ø Try all the questions you expect to be asked in the interview.
Ø Research the place before you get interview there.
Ø Review you job posting.
3. Presentation:
Ø Try to be on time before interview.
Ø Dress appropriately according to job.
Ø Be confident, polite, and submissive.
Ø Sit in appropriate posture on the chair.
Ø Answer in clear and good voice.
Ø Keep eye contract.
Ø Show Confidence.
Types of Interview
A. Classification of interviews based on the nature:
Ø Structured Interview: It is the traditional type of an interview. This is a type of formal interview. The questions asked in this type are generally specific ones. All the candidates are interviewed with the same parameter. This type of interview provides accurate information. This is objective and impartial type of interview.
Ø Unstructured Interview: It is opposite of structured interviews. This is a type of informal interview. There is a free-flowing conversation. In this type of interview the interviewer already has a particular idea in mind about questions. This type of interview does not follow any formal rules and regulations.
Ø Stress Interview: - This type of interview is very rare. In this, the interviewer puts the interviewee below a disturbing state. In this the interviewer checks the presence of mind and to see how the student will control the crisis at a given time. The interviewer has a tendency to make the interviewee fearful through asking lots of questions on the identical time.
Ø Personal interview: In this type of interview the questions related to ones personality are asked. This type of interview is to check whether the candidate is fit with the culture & ethics where he has to work.
Ø Broad interview: This type of interview is conducted for high grade posts. There is a panel of interview which checks the ability of the candidates.
6. Group Interview: This type of interview is conducted in two ways as:
Ø A large number of interviewers ask some questions to each candidate. This is also called panel group interview. It checks the all round development of a candidate.
Ø In another type of Group Interview, a large number of candidates are interviewed at a time. This is also called candidate group interview. It checks the teamwork ability of a candidate.
B. Classification on the bases of Process of Interview:
Ø Telephonic interview: This type of interview is modern. This type interview is carried out over the Smartphone. This is easily to conduct. This is cheaper for both interviewer and interviewee. With the help of this type of interview the candidates are shortlisted for in-person interaction.
Ø Online Interview: This types of interview one of the most modern forms of interviews. This is carried out through numerous online means. In this type of interview modern platforms such as Microsoft, SKYPE, Google, Hangouts and Apple Facetime etc is used. It saves money and time. This type is useful if the interviewee is for away and can't make it to the interviewer's location for valid motives.
Ø Face to face interview: This type is interview is one of the traditional one. In this the interviewer and interviewee are face to face. The interviewer is able to recognize the overall personality of the interviewee. This is also called as in-person interview. The personality of interviewee is checked with the help of verbal as well as nonverbal expressions.
C. Types of Interviews on the basis of Purpose:
Ø Technical interview: This type of interview if helpful for checking the specific or particular ability of the interviewee.
Ø Behavioral interview: In this type of interview the behavior of interviewee is checked in a particular situation.
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